Summer 2014Issue 27

Footwear Student of the Year

A platform for young designers

Blenheim TriathlonFund-raising triumph

Apprentices’ SupperTom Salt’s transatlantic tale

Photograph courtesy of Mark Witter Photography

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Christopher Codrington CBE RN 1927–2014It is with considerable sadness that the Company learnt of the death on 25 January of Christopher Codrington, the Clerk of the Cordwainers from 1983 until 1989.

Christopher took over as Clerk of the Company in 1983, having served with great distinction in the Royal Navy, which he joined straight from school in 1945. The Navy’s loss was the Cordwainers’ gain, and Christopher spent six years applying his naval good sense to running our Company.

He succeeded Leonard Grose as Clerk, who has called him “a man of immense presence, charm and outstanding courtesy”. Liveryman Annabel Thompson, who was the Clerk’s PA, recalls Christopher as a man of great kindness, tact and charm, a person you worked with, not for and the place ran like clockwork, thanks to his unobtrusive hard work. During his time as Clerk, Christopher worked closely with Cordwainers College, managing a visit by the Princess Royal during the College’s anniversary in 1987. The Company enjoyed its first civic dinner at Mansion House in 1989, in dual celebration of the 800th year of the mayoralty and the 550th anniversary of the Cordwainers’ first royal charter.

Successive Masters remarked that his guidance made the experience of becoming Master a pleasure, and many new Liverymen and Freemen remember the genuine interest he took in each of them as they stepped forward a little nervously to take their oath to the Company.

He retired from the job of Clerk in 1989, but was a regular presence at our Livery functions until the end of his life and took a particular interest in the Company’s educational support to the leather trade.

Christopher Codrington was a wonderful Clerk to the Cordwainers and we will remember him with great affection and respect.

Christopher Codrington

Master praises Colin Peal for long and loyal service to CompanyColin Peal, who is the Father of the Company, was praised by the Master at the recent Ladies’ Dinner for being a ‘model Cordwainer’.

Colin joined as a Freeman nearly 70 years ago in 1945, and became Master in 1982. (Incidentally, the Peal Family have held the office of Master more than any other family – 12 times, compared to the Chamberlains’ ten.) He comes from a footwear background, is very generous to our charities, and has served on many committees, including as Chairman of the Governors of Cordwainers College. He has

always made a great effort to participate fully and attend our events, often in the company of his wife Pat, whom the Master described as “a tower of strength and support to him throughout their 57 years of marriage”.

Colin turned 90 at the end of April, and on behalf of the Company, the Master presented him with a book, Hidden London Interiors, to celebrate.

Photograph courtesy of Mark Witter Photography

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Meet the tenants: Jupp Fine JewelleryCentral to the long-term prosperity of the Company are the rents received from Cordwainer properties in London and elsewhere. The oldest is the house ‘at the sign of the Falcon’ opposite the church of St Dunstan’s in the West on Fleet Street, which was bequeathed to the Company by John Fisher in 1547. Over 450 years later, and despite the depredations of the Great Fire in 1666 and the Blitz in 1941, the Cordwainers still own the building and remember Fisher’s generosity with gratitude.

His house, 30 Fleet Street, is a six-storied property, and the tenants currently include Starbucks, the property lawyers Falcon Chambers and Jupp Fine Jewellery, who moved to 30 Fleet Street in 2001. Nestled among the legal and banking communities, the location of the shop is perfect.

The Cordwainers try to be good landlords, and the relationship with Jupp’s is a special one. Thomas remembers an early encounter with the Clerk, Roger Blundell.

‘It is quite unusual to become close to one’s landlord but the Cordwainers are different. This first really hit me when one day the then Clerk, Mr Blundell, came in. He presented me with a 4ft tall, solid silver replica of Nelson’s Column, complete with lions in repose, which he had gamely wrestled up Fleet Street from the vaults of

Hoare’s Bank. Having been stored there since the Second World War, it was to be restored in time for the anniversary of the Battle of Trafalgar. I was honoured and delighted to be asked to work on such a magnificent piece, and hopefully you have seen it at some of the Cordwainer functions.’

‘We have also carried out repairs to one of the ceremonial badges, which I believe was somehow run over by a horse and carriage at the Lord Mayor’s Show! It would appear the steel rims on carriages do not mix well with pearl and diamond set pendants. Upon first seeing it, I exclaimed that we are jewellers not magicians. But as my grandfather always said “Everything’s possible, some things just take longer than others”. I am happy to report that we were able to restore the pendant to its former glory.’

We have welcomed Thomas Jupp to several livery functions. He says, ‘I have been delighted to meet some of the exceptionally talented beneficiaries of the Cordwainer charities. It really is a pleasure to think that in some small way the rent we pay, is helping real people realise their ambitions’.

Jupp Fine Jewellery are pleased to offer Cordwainers and their families a discount on all products and services (just tell the staff you are a Cordwainer). The Jupps are committed to providing the highest level of customer satisfaction and believe that their old fashioned approach to personal service is the cornerstone of their success.

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Prince Arthur CupJust 82 years after the Cordwainers’ name last appeared on the coveted Prince Arthur Cup roll of honour, the Company’s name was once again recorded for posterity on 15 May 2014, when the Cordwainer golf team came second out of 54 teams in the historic inter-livery event.

The team of John Peal, David Walker, Cameron Brown and Shon Williams combined to record a +6 score on the New Course at Walton Heath in the morning, inspired by a birdie blitz on the back nine by Cameron and Shon.

Leading by six holes at lunch, the two pairs were just unable to maintain

the impressive form in the afternoon foursomes, finishing level with the course after 36 holes (in itself, no mean feat). A strong Leathersellers team, defending the title from 2013, scored well enough in the afternoon to overhaul the Cordwainers’ team score and lift the trophy.

However, it was a superb team performance, encouraged and enthusiastically supported by team manager, Past Master David Skinner. As well as being Runners Up, winners of the morning scores and the leading morning pair, neither pair lost a single ball in Walton’s treacherous heather!

It was 1932 at St George’s Hill when the Cordwainers recorded their only previous

triumph in the Prince Arthur Cup when they shared the title with the Saddlers. The team are eager to return again in 2015 in even finer fettle determined to go one better!

John Peal

“ We have also carried out repairs to one of the ceremonial badges, which I believe was somehow run over by a horse and carriage at the Lord Mayor’s Show!”

Thomas Jupp

Left to right - David Walker, Shon Williams, John Peal and Cameron Brown

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In 2012 and 2013 there was serious discussion about the future and nature of the Junior Livery dinner, which was suspended for a year as a result of concerns about its long-term viability.

The issue was debated at great length at the Events Committee. There were numerous suggestions and a determination to see an event that would be attractive to the Junior Livery and confound the pessimists who felt the occasion could not be resuscitated.

It was decided that a change was required, perhaps to a venue that would be more modern and inclusive. The aim was to try to encourage as many of the Junior Livery and Freemen to attend as possible, with the outcome that new friendships would be forged, with long term consequences to the benefit of both those attending and the Company.

In February 2014 the supper was held at Manicomio in the City, close to Cordwainer Ward. Drinks were held on the ground floor with dinner served upstairs. The event attracted over 40 attendees,

including Freemen as well as members of the Junior Livery. It was a fun and informal evening, which included a raffle and a Heads and Tails competition. The Master and the Clerk also spoke, emphasizing the importance of the Junior Livery to the health and future of the Company.

Many new friendships were formed and the feedback from those who attended was entirely positive, showing that the Company can be resourceful, inventive and forward-looking when required.

Additionally, the event was very successful showing that the Junior Livery and Freemen will come, will engage and participate fully in the Company. It has definitely provided food for thought as to future events and provides an exciting glimpse into the future.

Past Warden Sasha White

Lord Mayor praises our 2020 VisionTwo of the most important women in the UK spoke at the Company’s Past Wardens’ Dinner in March, and both praised the Company’s new 2020 Vision.

The Lord Mayor, the Rt. Hon. Fiona Woolf, and the Chief Executive of Royal Mail, Moya Greene, both gave keynote addresses at the dinner. The Lord Mayor paid tribute to the “long line of Lord Mayors before me – not least the rip-roaring Roger Gifford, a Cordwainer!” She went on to praise the Cordwainers’ support for students of fashion and design, commenting that it was, “A boost for those at the start of their career, and an investment in the quality of the British shoe industry, in which we lead the world – combining high-quality craftsmanship with the latest technology.”

The Lord Mayor particularly admired the Company’s 2020 Vision saying it was “an excellent model,”and concluded that the Cordwainers were, “one of the most recognisable and respected members of the Livery.”

Moya Greene is only one of three female Chief Executives of FTSE100 companies, and has presided over the recent successful stock market flotation of the Royal Mail. In an excellent speech, Moya observed that although both the Royal Mail and Cordwainers were institutions with a rich heritage and history, she pointed out that the survival, let alone growth, of

any organisation is never guaranteed. “Our cherished institutions only survive if those

in whose care they reside have the right strategy and a clear vision for the future”. She continued “I was impressed to see that, like Royal Mail, you have a clear vision for the future. I read about your new 2020 Vision and strategy, which – like any good strategy – has simply stated aims”.

“A boost for those at the start of their career, and an investment in the quality of the British shoe industry, in which we lead the world – combining high-quality craftsmanship with the latest technology.”

“ Many new friendships were formed and the feedback from those who attended was entirely positive.”

The Master flanked by the Lord Mayor to his left and Moya Greene to his right

The Junior Livery Supper – a night to remember

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Cordwainers at the House of Lords

The Master, Glenn Shaw

It has been both a privilege and a challenge to be Master during the first year of the Company’s 2020 Vision. I am pleased to say that the Company has welcomed our new aims and they have provided a focus for so much of what we do.

Cordwainer participation in Company events is always excellent, and this year we have been trying to improve the association between older and younger members. To that end, the Junior Livery event held in February at the Manicomio restaurant near St Paul’s was a great success, with over 40 people attending. It was an informal evening, which I hope, has lit sparks of friendship that will burn for many years. It is really important for the younger members of the Company to feel welcomed by Cordwainers other than just their own families at Livery events, and I hope that occasions such as this will become regular features of the Cordwainer year.

We should all be really proud of the Cordwainers profile, which has grown both within the footwear trade and the City itself. We are proud to have had Cordwainer Sir Roger Gifford as Lord Mayor until last November and he did much to promote our Company. I would like to congratulate Sir Roger on receiving a Knighthood in the New Year’s Honours List. We achieved several ‘firsts’ at our Past Wardens’ Dinner in March, when we welcomed not only the hierarchy of the City – Lord Mayor, the Rt. Hon. Fiona Woolf, the Chief Commoner and the Sheriffs – but were also delighted that the Sunday Times Business Person of the Year, Royal Mail Chief Executive Moya Greene was able to speak on behalf of the guests. City livery companies are often regarded as being among the last bastions of male influence, but this year, with our two female Wardens, Sue Lindsey and Eleanor Stillwell, and two of the most powerful women in the UK as Company guests, the Cordwainers have finally broken that mould.

The launch of the Cordwainers Footwear Student of the Year Award celebrated in the fantastic dinner of 16th May has also improved our profile and will further strengthen the reputation of modern Cordwainers for working to unite two critical elements – footwear design and the footwear industry. I do hope you have seen the brilliant film of the evening on our website. This award draws on the company’s roots in shoemaking and on our great tradition of charitable giving to support footwear education. Moreover, for the first time, the Cordwainers ‘brand’ is becoming well publicised – and perhaps all of us will face fewer questions about cords and rope!

Charitable giving has increased three-fold over the past six years, and we plan to double it again over the next six as part of our Vision 2020. Equally important has been the practical involvement of company members. It was particularly pleasing that some 40

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Cordwainers or family and friends took part in the Blenheim triathlon, and over 100 attended the event doing good and having fun, raising over £28,000 for Cordwainers 125 (footwear students) and Leukaemia and Lymphoma Research.

All Masters, I am sure, are very aware of the weight of tradition behind their office and remembering past glories and prominent Cordwainers is always a pleasure. In February, Liveryman Lord Dennis Stevenson was kind enough to host a small party of Cordwainers at the Palace of Westminster, where we were able to view the Chamberlain portraits – the magnificent paintings of Joseph Chamberlain and his son Austen, in the company of their descendants, Past Masters Sebastian and Oliver Chamberlain and Liveryman Caroline Squire.

In conclusion, I have had a fantastic year when it has been a very great honour to be your Master and represent the Company. However, this would not have been possible without the support of everyone in the Company, and especially the hard work and dedication of our office team led by our Clerk, John Miller. A very big thank you to you all.

The Master and Clerk share the wooden spoon award at Blenheim

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Footwear

The inaugural Cordwainers Footwear Student of the Year Award has been many months in the planning, from the original concept, to working with partners in the footwear industry and the three footwear universities.

Students were invited to submit a design for a new shoe before the end of March and the participating universities – De Montfort, Northampton and the London College of Fashion – each selected the work of five students for final submission to the judging panel. The prizes are significant: £5,000 for the winner, and £3,000 and £1,000 for second and third place, not to mention the recognition and publicity that the award will confer on the winner.

Students were asked to design a shoe, specifying materials and styles. They submitted mood boards, customer profiles and a materials board, which specified material types and the processes involved in the shoe construction. Spare a thought for Sue Cummings, the Clerk’s PA, who had the crucial job of collating the entries and ensuring the anonymity of the entrants. Eventually, numbers had to be cross-referenced with names, and Sue suffered sleepless nights as she worried about muddling it all up!

Naturally, everything ran smoothly and the judges, Guy West, Atalanta Weller and chair of the panel, Kate Greenyer, Creative Director of Pentland Brands said, “We were in awe of the work in front of us from the best crop of footwear designers globally.”

This is the first time that the Company has spearheaded a national award and it is a wonderful opportunity for the Cordwainers to lend the excellence and prestige that our name conveys to the very best in British footwear design.

The Ladies’ Dinner on 16 May assumed the air of an awards dinner, as some of the finest names in footwear, representatives from Marks & Spencer, Pentland Brands, and Schuh , mingled with Cordwainers to view the entries. Past Master John Church spoke passionately about why the Company had decided to launch this competition. Katie Greenyer, Chair of the judging panel, explained what the judges were looking for. There was an Oscars – like air of excitement when Honorary Liveryman Jimmy Choo came to the stage to open the envelopes and announce the winners – in reverse order. John Church looked visibly delighted when the winner was unveiled as Helen Kirkum, from his hometown, Northampton.

“We were in awe of the work in front of us from the best crop of footwear designers globally.’’Kate Greenyer Creative Director of Pentland Brands.

Helen, a third year student at the University of Northampton, had fought off stiff competition, and the judges said her work was “an exceptional proposition.” In second place was Bethany Conway of De Montfort University, followed by Florence Turner of the London College of Fashion. Commendations were awarded to Zuzana Vitamvasova and Mawuenam Agbenu, both of De Montfort University.

The finalists with Hon. Liveryman Jimmy Choo

Student of theYear 2014

Photograph courtesy of Mark Witter Photography

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“My ambition is to launch my own men’s footwear brand. This unique footwear competition really pushed me to create a product that was both innovative and commercially viable.”Helen Kirkum

Guy West assesses an entry

“I’m just thrilled and so grateful to the Cordwainers and my course tutors” said Helen, “My ambition is to launch my own men’s footwear brand. This unique footwear competition really pushed me to create a product that was both innovative and commercially viable.”

It was a truly memorable night, which brought together the best elements of the Cordwainers and their partners in the footwear world.

The Company commissioned a video that encapsulates perfectly the spirit of the evening which can be viewed on our website www.cordwainers.org

Photographs from the evening can be viewed and purchased from Mark Witter Photography www.markwitterphotography.com

Photograph courtesy of Mark Witter Photography

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Music outreach at the RLSBThe music outreach programme established last year continues to be a successful project. Funding from the Cordwainers has enabled the Royal London Society for Blind People (RLSB) to team up with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra (RPO) and RCM Sparks – the Royal College of Music’s Learning and Participation programme – to give blind and partially sighted children and young people the chance to take part in a series of music workshops with the capital’s top classical music talent.

Sue Rivett, RLSB’s Service Development Manager who helped to set up the project, said: “Opportunities to get involved in arts projects are often difficult to access for blind and partially sighted young people. This project, therefore, allowed visually impaired young people and their families to explore music making.”

The Urswick School continues to be a true success story and Cordwainers are proud of the Company’s association with the school, which they demonstrated very clearly in March with their generous donations to a fund in memory of Shereka Marsh, a 15- year-old pupil at the school.

In 2013, Urswick students celebrated a fifth year of record breaking GSCE results, and in April the Specialist School and Academies Trust (SSAT), presented The Urswick School with an SSAT Educational Outcomes Award in recognition of being in the top 20% of schools nationally for ‘outstanding student progress’. The school is now one of the top 100 secondary schools in England, as a result of the sustained improvement in the percentage of pupils achieving five or more A*-C grade GSCEs in English and maths.

The school’s success in the Arts has been recognised with the award of Artsmark Gold status by the Arts Council of England. EastEnders actor Rudolph Walker OBE presented the award to the school. Headteacher Richard Brown said, “This is the first time we have entered the Artsmark and to be awarded gold is a fantastic tribute to the dedication of our teachers and successes of our students.”

In March the Turner Award winner Richard Deacon visited the school to answer students’ questions about his career. Sixth form pupils found this especially inspiring. Year 13 student Montel Williams, 18, who is studying A Level drama at the school’s Sixth Form Academy said: “I’m pretty sure that this is the first time we’ve ever had a Turner Prize winning, Tate gallery exhibiting artist at The Urswick School, which is quite something given that we’ve been open for around 500 years!”

The school’s progress over the last several years is remarkable and staff and pupils deserve the accolades and awards that they have achieved through sheer hard work and dedication.

RLSB students at a music workshop

One participant, Naomi, who is 20, said, “The workshops have got the creative juices flowing by giving me a chance to compose music and work with people and musicians I’ve never met before. The musicians from the orchestra have been absolutely brilliant. They have engaged everyone in the activities and explained any actions we had to do so nobody was left out.”

College student and musician Justin, age 19, said: “I’ve never played with classical musicians before, having always played with rock bands. It’s been epic; I just don’t think two days are enough!”

RLSB hopes that this pilot project will pave the way for a creative programme for vision impaired young Londoners.

A film about the project was created by the RPO. Search Google for ‘RLSB RPO video.’

Outstanding progress at The Urswick School

Rudolph Walker with Urswick pupils

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Fund Raising

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Blenheim TriathlonAfter weeks of work along various waterways, roads and cycle lanes across the country, the teams were in tip top condition for the fun and challenges that lay ahead of them in the magnificent surroundings of Blenheim Palace.

It didn’t have a terribly auspicious start – Caroline Squire’s bike was pinched, Henry Fairweather was nursing a painful injury and Elly Stillwell had swallowed rather more pond water than was good for her. Nevertheless, the Blenheim Triathlon was a resounding success and a superb day out.

Just in case there was any doubt of

the extent to which the Cordwainers enjoy doing good and having fun, the wonderful turnout at Blenheim Palace on Sunday 8 June really underlined the strength of support for Company charities. And at the time of writing over £28,000 has been raised for the Cordwainers 125 campaign at LCF and

Leukaemia & Lymphoma Research. Some 40 Cordwainers and volunteers and supporters from LCF and the Fusiliers were active participants in the triathlon and they were cheered on by a strong Cordwainer crowd. Someone remarked that a mere 57 years separated our youngest competitor, 16-year-old Jack

White, from our oldest, Past Master Chris King (a bit older), and it was really inspiring to see three generations of some Cordwainer families getting stuck in. The swimmers went first, earning the undying admiration of everyone for their willingness to plunge into the very murky waters of Blenheim’s lake - and to be seen in public in the least flattering sports gear of the day. Having swum 750 metres and run another 400 metres uphill, they handed over to the cyclists who made 12 miles around a scenic route, but under a strong sun, look easy. Finally it was the runners’ turn and they had a tough time pounding Blenheim’s paths for 3½ miles. Every team performed well, and Cameron Brown and Past Master Mark Shaw both deserve a special mention for doing the whole triathlon single-handed.

By 4pm all our teams had romped home, and the winners of the Cordwainer Boot for first prize were 3Jumpin, (Dominic Casey, Will Wigram and Elly Stillwell). Many congratulations to everyone who took part and to the Events Committee for organizing such a memorable day.

SAShA'S TeAM Sasha White, Paddy Skinner and Jack White

ThRee GOATS GRUFF (CLeRK’S TeAM)

John Miller (coach), Emma Peal, Richard Miller and Angus Burns

TRICKY-TRIShAWS Mark Shaw (single handed!)

KF2 FLYeRS Henry Fairweather, James Fairweather and Chris King

hOT FOOTeRS Daniel Emerson, Caroline Squire and Jen Gladstone

3JUMPIn (MASTeR’S TeAM) The Master (coach), Elly Stillwell, Dominic Casey and Will Wigram

The AWL STARS (LCF TeAM) Ian Goff, Sarah Day and Eelko Moorer

FLeeT OF FOOT Jilly Francis, Leila Francis Coleman, and Angus Francis Coleman

The SKInneR SISTeRS Tricia Wheeler, Jenny Furness and Clare White

TeAM BLAnFORD Catherine Blanford, Jeremy Blanford and William Blanford

CAMeROn'S, DAVe’S AnD AnDY’S TeAM

Cameron Brown, Andy Barratt and Dave Rickard

nICK'S TeAM Nick Ferrier, David Walker and Hugh Stallard

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James Swanston and various althetic champions of C Company

The InCReDIBLeS Henry Lindsay, Sophie Lindsay and Will McManners

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SupperLiveryman Tom Salt inspires the Cordwainers of the futureMembers of the company gathered at St Olave’s Church on 8 April for the annual Apprentices’ Service and supper, in which we remember the worthy benefactors of the company and introduce the teenage children of Cordwainers to the Company traditions. We also remembered another Cordwainer, the 17th century buccaneer and explorer, Captain John Smith, who was mentioned in the historical reading. John Smith was not one of the great material benefactors of the company, but he left an unmatched legacy of adventure and resourcefulness. Although it is not recorded whether or not he was actually a member of the Company, he dedicated a copy of his book, The Generall Historie of Virginia to the ‘worthie gentlemen’ of the Cordwainers, and in the 400 or so years since his

adventures, he has been firmly adopted by the Cordwainers.

Eight ‘apprentices’ attended the supper, and for all of them, it was a chance to experience what John Smith called the Cordwainers’ ‘courtesy and love’. The Apprentices’ Supper is an important event in the Cordwainer calendar, as it is an occasion when the Company looks to the

future and has a chance to encourage the Cordwainer of tomorrow.

This year, the apprentices had a treat, in the form of Liveryman Tom Salt, who delivered a self-deprecating speech on

behalf of the guests. The son of Past Master Sam Salt, Tom is a worthy successor to Captain John Smith, a fellow transatlantic sailor and adventurer.

Tom has recently completed the Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge, a gruelling

rowing race across 3,000 miles of ocean from the Canary Islands to Antigua. He had a captive audience at Clothworkers’ Hall as he recounted the highs and lows of his voyage.

Tom and his rowing partner Mike Burton

rowed for 40 days in shifts of two hours rowing, followed by two hours rest. They tackled stormy seas, when the swell was as high as 12 metres, a broken rudder and survived close encounters with a six-metre marlin and a shark. In 2009 Tom completed a round-the-world yacht race, but nothing quite prepared him for the reality of life on board a 7-meter

long boat in extreme weather, with sea-sickness, sleep deprivation and all-over body sores.

However it was all worth it. Terrified, exhilarated and exhausted, they were the first team to cross the finish line, beating the 15 other teams by a week and raising over £85,000 for charity in the process. As Tom said, “The feeling of elation as we rowed through the finishing line and saw land, with a 700-strong crowd and the world’s media waiting to welcome us after feeling so alone for 40 days, was great. Only then did it hit home what an incredible thing we’d achieved.”

Tom’s inspiring speech made a lasting impression on the whole of the assembled company and really made it an Apprentices’ Supper to remember.

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‘Eight ‘apprentices’ attended the supper, and for all of them, it was a chance to experience what John Smith called the Cordwainers’ ‘courtesy and love’.’

Tom and Mike arrive in Antigua

Annabelle Williams, Alex Peal, George Lodge, Jacob Millidge, Laura Peal, Lochlan Payne, Jack White and Chloe Williams with the Master

Tom Salt, Mary Wing To and Second Warden John Rubinstein

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Colonel Nigel Easton, QVRM, TD

Caroline Southernwood

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The following were clothed with the Livery on 5 December 2013:

Major Colin Bowes-CrickChairman Harben Armoury Trust

hugh StallardExecutive Director, AOS Studley

Caroline Southernwood Senior Lecturer in Footwear, Northampton University

nigel easton, QVRM, TDColonel, City of London Regiment, Royal Fusiliers

The following were granted the Freedom of the Company on 5 December 2013:

Fergus PayneSon of Past Warden Michael Payne

Ruth MoussaDaughter of Past Master Paul Mainzer

Sasha WellingsDaughter of Past Master Jeremy Skinner

emma PealDaughter of Past Warden Patrick Peal

nigel Peter easton, QVRM, TD,Colonel, City of London Regiment, Royal Fusiliers

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Guy WestFootwear designer

appointmentsnew

Major Colin Bowes-Crick

We are delighted to introduce our new Liverymen and Freemen, who are listed by order of admission.

Hugh Stallard

Ruth Moussa

Sasha Wellings

Fergus Payne

Guy West

Emma Peal

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BirthsOrla Mairi Langly-Smith daughter of Emily and Bob Langly-Smith on 7 November 2013 George Alexander nicholas Thorne son of Alex and Lizzie Thorne on 2 May 2014 Freddie George Bridgman Jones son of Lara-Kate and Ben Jones born on 13 May 2014

Deaths It is with regret that we announce the deaths of Freeman Rosemary Louisa Williams (née Mander) on 18 December 2013 Sally emerson, wife of Past Master Robert Emerson, on 20 April 2014

City Livery BriefingsAimed particularly at new Liverymen and Freemen, City Livery briefings are two-hour courses that provide information about how the City of London Corporation is run, and how liverymen can be involved in City affairs. They are primarily intended for new liverymen, but anyone can attend. A member of the Cordwainer livery recently attended one and described it as the best £10 she’d ever spent!

The briefing is followed by a light finger buffet, which provides the chance to mix with other Liverymen and Freemen. Forthcoming sessions are Thursday 9 October 2014 and Monday 17 November 2014. More information is available from www.liverycommitteecourses.org

Inter-Livery Clay Pigeon Shooting 21 MayFor the first time in living memory the Cordwainers entered the Inter-Livery Shooting competition and gave a good account of themselves. Team A - The Master, Mark Shaw, Andrew Ferrier, Nick Ferrier; Team B - Henry Fairweather, Michael Payne, Jason Shaw.

The Clerk is delighted to hear from all Cordwainers. Please remember to tell the office about changes of address and your family news.

© 2014 The Worshipful Company of Cordwainers. The Cordwainer is published twice a year. Copies are retained at the Cordwainers’ office. Contact the editor via the Cordwainers’ office: office@cordwainers.org or telephone +44 (0) 20 7929 1121. The Worshipful Company of Cordwainers, Clothworkers’ Hall, Dunster Court, Mincing Lane, London EC3R 7AH.

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Events Calendar

NB: Times of Committees may changeA - All Liverymen, Freemen, Court and Company Widows invited.

B - All Liverymen invited.C - All Freemen and Freeborn children (aged 14-20) of Liverymen invited.

Date Event Time Notes

2014

29th Sep Lord Mayor’s Election 11:00 B

30th Sep Court 17.15

14th OctFusiliers’ Dinner(Clothworkers’ Hall)

19.00 B

5th Nov Court 17.15

12th Nov Livery Dinner 18:30 B

19th Nov Festival of St. Cecilia (Westminster Cathedral) 11:00

20th Nov Marsden Lecture 17.00 A

24th Nov Cordwainers Advisory Board Dinner 18:30

4th DecCourt Carol Service Light Supper

15.0018.15 19:30

AA

2015

8th Jan Court Ladies’ Dinner 18.30

13th Jan Royal Free Hospital Nurses Trust AGM 16.00

4th Feb Court 17.15

7th Mar The Fusiliers’ Challenge (Blackheath) 10.30

9th Mar Harben Armoury Trust AGM 12.30

13th Mar Past Wardens’ Dinner 18.30

20th Mar United Guilds’ Service and Lunch 11.15

1st Apr

CourtCame’s, Minge’s and Shawe’s Anniversary Sermon Apprentices’ Supper

15.3017.15

18.30

C

C15th May Ladies’ Dinner 18.30

16th JunCourtElection Day Common HallSupper

16.3018.1518.30

BB

9th Jul

Oath DayCommon HallAnniversary ServiceSupper

16.1518.0019.00

BAA

Sarah and Struan

The Cordwainers Clay Pigeon Shooting Team

cordwainers.orgSame name, new design. The Cordwainers website is being refreshed and updated. The new design will make it easier for members to log on to find the information they need. As much information as possible now resides in the main body of the site and members will only have to log on with their password to gain access to secure information such as

the Livery list. A new calendar and booking system will enable members to book and pay for Livery events. The home page will feature a calendar with forthcoming events prominently displayed. News and fundraising links will also be more accessible.

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CongratulationsCongratulations to Hon. Liveryman Sir Roger Gifford on receiving a Knighthood in the New Year’s Honours List.

Congratulations to Liveryman Sarah Chamberlain, who married Struan Cochrane on Saturday 31st May 2014.

Photography: Photographs courtesy of Mark Witter Photography. Front Cover, Colin Peal P2, Group shot P6, Helen Kirkum P7.

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